As a relationship therapist in San Francisco, I get asked the question "Why do I hate the holidays?" every year right around this time. I think it's that first Pumpkin Spice Latte that gets people thinking about colder weather and the holidays and reminds them that the holidays aren't always what they are cracked up to
Before you know it the holiday season will be upon us and for some that means family conflict and lots of stress. Managing family relationships over the holidays can be incredibly stressful for many people. As a therapist in San Francisco I hear about these family conflict every year. For some the holidays are a
You've probably heard it - "Mooooom, can we get a puppy?" If you're wondering how to tell if your child is ready for a pet there are some signs to watch for. There is no stronger friendship than between a boy and his dog, or a girl and her guinea pig (or any animal for that
Odds are you have friends with different political beliefs than you. Under most circumstances that's a really good thing. However, this is an election year and a pretty bizarre one at that. Surviving the election is possible, but it will take a little effort if you want to remain friendly after the election is over.
Getting along with your ex isn't always necessary. Most of the time you can part ways and rarely see one another again. If you have children with an ex, it's a different story. You're going to have to find a way to get along with your ex to raise your children together. No matter how much
We've all been there at least once - the dreaded breakup. Getting back on track after a breakup can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be impossible. Breaking up with a love partner can be one of the most painful experiences any of us will go through in our lives. While not exactly a
You can choose your friends, but you can't choose your family. If you come from a larger family, there's a good chance that one of your siblings drives you crazy. In fact, unless you're an only child there's a good chance that your sibling drives you crazy at one time or another. Even with the
We've all been hurt by someone we love at one time or another. We may have heard harsh words from a family member or perhaps a spouse or partner has cheated. No matter what the infraction, if someone has hurt us it's imperative that we learn to forgive. The power of forgiveness can be incredibly healthy -
As a licensed marriage and family therapist in the San Francisco Bay Area, I work to show how to improve any relationship and yet I see everyday how people mess up their relationships. They don't do so willingly or with malice, usually people take these most important relationships for granted. It doesn't matter what kind of
